1993 Gold Proof Britannia Four Coin Set
The Royal Mint issued 462 four-coin gold proof Britannia sets in 1993, which is below the official issue limit of 500 sets. Compared to other years, the 1993 sets have a low mintage. In the limited edition box set, the Britannia coins are available in a 1oz, a 1/2oz, a 1/4oz and a 1/10oz size, struck numerous times using highly polished dies to give an aesthetically pleasing proof finish. Unlike more recent editions of the gold Britannia, the metal used for the coins is 22 carat gold, alloyed with silver, giving them a brilliant yellow gold appearance. The reverse shows Philip Nathan's classic 'standing Britannia' design, alongside the composition and date. On the obverse, Raphael Maklouf's engraving of Queen Elizabeth II is visible. It's the third British coin portrait of the late monarch, which was used on UK coinage from 1985 to 1997. The fine gold weight for all the coins combined is 1.85 troy ounces, with a total weight of 62.77 grams. Alongside the coins is a gold-plated medallion with the inscription 'Elizabeth R' and the date and crown on the front. On the other side of this medallion is a cockerel, signifying the Chinese lunar calendar symbol for 1993. These collectable coins are offered in their original black square presentation case with protective capsules and a numbered certificate of authenticity. Exempt for capital gains tax and VAT for UK residents, with the added bonus of free UK delivery with The Britannia Coin Company. System.Threading.Tasks.Task`1[System.String] System.Threading.Tasks.Task`1[System.String]